Best 5 Miso Soup With Watercress Recipes

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Miso soup, a traditional Japanese dish, is a comforting and flavorful broth made with fermented soybean paste called "miso". This versatile soup can be enjoyed on its own or as a base for a variety of ingredients, making it a popular choice for a quick and healthy meal. In this article, we present a collection of delicious miso soup recipes that showcase the diverse flavors and variations of this classic dish.

From the simple yet satisfying Basic Miso Soup to the umami-rich Mushroom Miso Soup, these recipes offer a range of options to suit different tastes and preferences. We also explore creative variations such as the refreshing Watermelon Radish Miso Soup and the hearty Chicken and Vegetable Miso Soup, demonstrating the adaptability of miso soup as a culinary canvas. Whether you're looking for a traditional Japanese experience or a modern twist on a classic, these recipes provide a comprehensive guide to creating delicious and satisfying miso soup at home.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

MISO SOUP WITH SWEET POTATOES AND WATERCRESS



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Categories     Salad     Potato     Raw     Watercress     Simmer

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium sweet potatoes
2 natural, salt-free vegetable bouillon cubes
One 12.3-ounce package firm or extra-firm silken tofu, finely diced
1 bunch watercress, thinly sliced
3 to 4 scallions, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons minced fresh or jarred ginger
2 to 4 tablespoons dark miso, such as barley or hatcho
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Microwave the sweet potatoes until done but still firm, starting with 2 minutes per potato. Plunge into a bowl of ice water.
  • Pour 5 cups water into a soup pot; add the bouillon cubes and bring to a rapid simmer. Add the tofu, watercress, scallions, and ginger. Stir gently, return to a rapid simmer, then remove from heat.
  • Peel the sweet potatoes and cut into small dice. Stir into the soup.
  • Dissolve 2 tablespoons of miso in a small amount of warm water. Add to the soup and taste. If you'd like a saltier, more pungent taste, add another tablespoon or two of miso dissolved in a little warm water. Season with pepper to taste and serve at once.
  • menu suggestions
  • For a light soup-and-wrap meal, serve this with Baked Tofu and Raw Veggie Wraps (page 152).
  • Suitable soup-and-salad pairings include Tropical Tofu Salad with Chutney Mayonnaise (page 157) and Asian Edamame and Tofu Chopped Salad (page 158).
  • Serve this soup as a first course for a noodle dish. Try Seitan Chow Fun (page 120) or Soba Noodles with Green Beans and Almonds (page 127). Add Bok Choy, Red Cabbage, and Carrot Salad (176) or any simple salad of your choice.
  • nutrition information
  • Calories: 95
  • Total Fat: 2.5g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sodium: 280mg

MISO SOUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 to 5 cups dashi, recipe follows
2 tablespoons brown miso paste, plus more to taste
2 tablespoons white miso paste, plus more to taste
6 ounces firm tofu, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 scallions, white and green, thinly sliced on the diagonal
2 tablespoons aji mirin (sweetened rice wine), optional
6 cups cold water
One 12-inch long piece of kombu, wiped with a damp cloth
One .88-ounce/25 grams package shaved dried bonito flakes

Steps:

  • In a saucepan heat the dashi and whisk in the miso pastes. Bring to a simmer and add the tofu, scallions, and mirin, if using. Remove from the heat and serve immediately.
  • In a saucepan, combine the water and kombu. Bring to a simmer, uncovered, over medium heat. Remove the kombu and discard. Bring the liquid to a boil, add the bonito flakes and immediately remove the pan from the heat. Allow the dashi to sit undisturbed for 2 minutes. Strain through a fine mesh strainer into a medium bowl. Discard the bonito flakes. Use immediately or store, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

MISO SOUP WITH SHRIMP AND WATERCRESS



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Shrimp     Summer     Watercress     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 14 1/2-ounce cans low-salt chicken broth
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons mirin (sweet Japanese rice wine)
1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
1 1/2 cups shredded carrots (about 3 1/2 ounces)
5 tablespoons yellow miso (fermented soybean paste)
1 1/2 pounds uncooked peeled deveined small shrimp
2 cups watercress, thick stems removed
3/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
3/4 teaspoon hot chili oil

Steps:

  • Bring first 4 ingredients to boil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add carrots. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer until carrots are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Place miso in medium bowl. Whisk in 1/2 cup hot broth mixture. Return miso-broth mixture to same saucepan. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover and let stand at room temperature.)
  • Bring soup to boil. Turn off heat. Mix in shrimp, watercress, and green onions. Cover and let stand until shrimp are cooked through, about 4 minutes. Stir in chili oil; divide soup equally among 4 bowls and serve.

EASY MISO SOUP



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A low fat soup ready in under 5 minutes

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Lunch, Snack, Soup, Supper

Time 4m

Number Of Ingredients 4

sachet of Japanese miso soup
dash of soy sauce
1 tbsp diced silken tofu
a good sprig of watercress

Steps:

  • Dissolve a sachet of Japanese miso soup mix in a bowl with boiling water.
  • Add a dash soy sauce, diced silken tofu and a good sprig of watercress.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 3 grams fat, Carbohydrate 7 grams carbohydrates, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 2.58 milligram of sodium

MISO SOUP



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Dashi is a basic stock used in Japanese cooking which is made by boiling dried kelp (seaweed) and dried bonito (fish). Instant dashi granules are sold in conveniently-sized jars or packets and vary in strength. Add more dashi to your soup if you want a stronger stock. You can use yellow, white or red miso paste for this soup. Yellow miso is sweet and creamy, red miso is stronger and saltier.

Provided by Anonymous

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Seafood

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 teaspoons dashi granules
4 cups water
3 tablespoons miso paste
1 (8 ounce) package silken tofu, diced
2 green onions, sliced diagonally into 1/2 inch pieces

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine dashi granules and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, and whisk in the miso paste. Stir in tofu. Separate the layers of the green onions, and add them to the soup. Simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 513.1 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality miso paste: Look for organic, unpasteurized miso paste made from soybeans, rice, and koji (a type of mold). The darker the miso paste, the stronger the flavor.
  • Don't boil the miso paste: Boiling miso paste will kill the beneficial bacteria and enzymes that give it its flavor and health benefits. Instead, add the miso paste to the hot broth and stir until dissolved.
  • Add your favorite vegetables and protein: Miso soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables and protein. Some popular additions include tofu, wakame seaweed, shiitake mushrooms, carrots, and green onions.
  • Garnish your soup with fresh herbs: Fresh herbs like cilantro, parsley, or chives add a bright, fresh flavor to miso soup. You can also add a drizzle of sesame oil or a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds.

Conclusion:

Miso soup is a delicious, healthy, and versatile soup that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. By following these tips, you can make the best miso soup at home.

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